One study in the U.S. suggests the economic costs of autism could be as high as 2% of GDP. High-functioning people with the condition tend to be deft analysts and the less gifted often have an extraordinary capacity to focus and an eye for detail. Giving more assistance with finding jobs could transform the lives of many autistic people. Employers can replace interviews with tests of relevant skills and, once an autistic employee is hired, provide a calm workspace and clear instructions, expressed textually or visually rather than verbally.